2011 repress. 180 gram double LP version in gatefold sleeve. Sunbeam is delighted to announce the definitive reissue of this quintessential British psychedelic classic. Recorded by the youthful trio Andwellas Dream in the summer of 1969, it's packed with strong songs and powerful acid guitar, as well as contemporary production flourishes and a guest appearance from cult jazzman Bob Downes. Produced with the full involvement of the band's leader David Lewis (who also contributes detailed sleevenotes), the album is presented here with all their non-album 45s, alternate mixes, as well as other bonus tracks and a full booklet featuring rare photographs, making it the most comprehensive edition of this legendary album ever assembled.

2013 repress. Sunbeam is delighted to announce the definitive reissue of this quintessential British psychedelic classic. Recorded by the youthful trio Andwellas Dream in the summer of 1969, it's packed with strong songs and powerful acid guitar, as well as contemporary production flourishes and a guest appearance from cult jazzman Bob Downes. Produced with the full involvement of the band's leader David Lewis (who also contributes detailed sleevenotes), the album is presented here with all their non-album 45s, alternate mixes, as well as other bonus tracks and a full booklet featuring rare photographs, making it the most comprehensive edition of this legendary album ever assembled.

"This is the only official vinyl reissue of this album since its first release in 1969. High quality 180 gram vinyl pressing with a real laminated sleeve that exactly reproduces the original front and rear artwork. Accepted by many reviewers as one of the best British psychedelic albums of the 1960s, Love and Poetry captures the cusp of the moment just before the abstract abandon of psychedelia mutated into the leaden predictability of progressive rock. Composed entirely of Dave Lewis songs, the album evokes the heady atmosphere of the late '60s with druggy, utopian themes and innocent musical experimentation. Hard psychedelic rock with blistering guitar work is mixed with contemporary pop themes given a liberal dose of backwards effects, exotic percussion, orchestration, keyboards, flute and acoustic guitar. The blend of styles works to perfection and with the addition of perhaps one of the best psychedelic sleeve designs of the era, the whole package oozes class." Last copies, now deleted.

"Andwella's Dream emerged in Belfast, Ireland in the mid-60s lead by the child prodigy Dave Lewis. Originally called The Method, the band was one of the founders of the Irish rock scene. The Method performed on the same local circuit as Gary Moore (who once stood in for Dave at a gig) Phil Lynott and Rory Gallagher indeed the press at the time regarded Dave Lewis with respect equal to those of his peers. In the late '60s The Method moved to London and changed their name to Andwella's Dream -- a name that came to Dave Lewis in a dream -- and over two days in a studio on Denmark Street they recorded what was to become their masterpiece Love and Poetry. Accepted by many reviewers as one of the best British psychedelic albums of the 1960s, Love and Poetry captures the cusp of the moment just before the abstract abandon of psychedelia mutated into the leaden predictability of progressive rock. Composed entirely of Dave Lewis songs, the album evokes the heady atmosphere of the late '60s with druggy, utopian themes and innocent musical experimentation. Hard psychedelic rock with blistering guitar work is mixed with contemporary pop themes given a liberal dose of backwards effects, exotic percussion, orchestration, keyboards, flute and acoustic guitar. The blend of styles works to perfection and with the addition of perhaps one of the best psychedelic sleeve designs of the era, the whole package oozes class. This CD edition features non-album B-sides 'Mrs. Man' and 'Mister Sunshine (Junkie Woman Blues)' plus alternate edits of 'Take My Road' and 'Man Without A Name' as well as insightful booklet notes by long time fan, Phil Chevron of The Pogues." Last copies, now deleted.